Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technologist

Marshfield Clinic Health System; Iron Mountain (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Work/life balance benefits

Generous time off

Job summary

Sanford Health in Iron Mountain, MI, seeks an MRI Technologist to perform diagnostic MRI exams with professional judgment and a strong focus on patient safety. Responsibilities include positioning, contrast administration, history collection, and accurate EMR documentation.

The role requires AMA/JRCERT education and ARRT or ARMRIT certification, with preference for MRI certification within two years. On-call rotations may be required; benefits include comprehensive coverage.

Qualifications

• Completion of Radiologic Technology training approved by AMA or JRCERT.
• ARRT certification or ARMRIT certification required at hire.
• MRI certification or intent to obtain within two years post-hire preferred per accreditation requirements.
• If working in North Dakota, licensure through the ND Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Board is required.
• In Iowa, must have a permit to practice through the Iowa Department of Public Health.
• BLS certification within six weeks of employment and recertification as required.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic MRI exams with professional judgment and patient safety.
• Position patients and ensure comfort during exams and administer contrast as needed.
• Obtain patient history and clinical indication for MRI; document accurately in EMR systems.
• Utilize EMR for scheduling and billing procedures; maintain high quality patient care.
• Work to understand patient physical and emotional status; apply cross-sectional anatomy knowledge.
• May perform mobile imaging, EKG, cardiac monitor placement, and DEXA procedures; may require on-call nights, weekends, or holidays.

Education

AMA/JRCERT Radiologic Technology education

ARRT certification

ARMRIT certification

MRI certification within 2 years post-hire (preferred)

ND licensure (if ND)

Iowa permit to practice (if IA)

BLS certification within 6 weeks of employment

Job description

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.

Careers With Purpose

Facility: Marsh Med Ctr Iron Mtn
Location: Iron Mountain, MI
Address: 1721 S Stephenson Ave, Iron Mountain, MI 49801, USA
Shift: 10 Hours - Rotating Shifts
Weekly Hours: 40.00

Department Details

High volume department with advanced technology. Friendly staff that work well together.

Job Summary

Performs diagnostic Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) exams. Exercises professional judgment in the performance of procedures, MRI safety considerations and provides a quality patient care experience. Initiates life support measures as necessary. Interacts effectively with patients and their family members, physicians, and other health care workers. Has extensive knowledge of operation of all MRI equipment. Positions the patient and provides for comfort during the exam. Administers contrast material as required. Obtains patient history and clinical indication for MRI study. Accurately documents in patient records. Utilizes electronic medical record software for accurate scheduling and billing procedures. Possesses the ability to professionally obtain information from patients or their responsible parties, to further improve their personalized treatment and care.
On a continuum, the technologist works to develop an understanding of the patient's physical and emotional status. Extensive knowledge of cross-section anatomy. Works well with all ages of patients.
Sanford Rural Health Network Facility sites may expand job responsibilities based on the needs of the facility, to include, but not limited to: on-call rotation nights, weekends, and holidays. Perform diagnostic radiology procedures. Perform basic diagnostic radiology tasks and aware of general radiology protocols. May perform mobile imaging, electrocardiogram (EKG), cardiac monitor placement, and dual energy x-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) procedures.

Qualifications

Satisfactory completion of formal Radiologic Technology training in an American Medical Association (AMA) approved or Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) approved school is required.

American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification or American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist (ARMRIT) certification is required at the time of hire.

As per Diagnostic Imaging Center of Excellence (DICOE) and American College of Radiology (ACR) accreditation requirements, MRI certified or certification to be obtained within two years post-hire is preferred.

If working in North Dakota (ND) and performing medical imaging or radiation therapy procedures, licensure through the ND Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Board (NDMIRT) is required.

In the state of Iowa, all technologists must have a permit to practice through the Iowa Department of Public Health in order to practice in the state of Iowa.

Basic Life Support (BLS) within six weeks of employment and recertified as required.

Benefits

Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [e-mail].

Sanford has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0267782

Job Function: Allied Health

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